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oneirism

 
Medical Dictionary: o·nei·rism
(ō-nī'rĭz'əm)
n.

An abnormal state of consciousness in which dreamlike, often disturbing illusions are experienced while awake.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: absent-minded dreaming while awake
  Synonyms: reverie, revery, daydream, daydreaming, air castle, castle in the air, castle in Spain


 
 
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